Corn and Zucchini Salad with Feta

From the kitchen of Carly

Sweet corn kernels and raw ribboned zucchini tossed with fresh basil, parsley, and a bright vinegar dressing, then topped with crumbled feta. Light, summery, and ready in minutes. Zucchini blossoms add delicate elegance if you can find them.

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Servings
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Difficulty
medium

Ingredients

4 servings

  • 14 ears of corn, husked
  • 1Kosher salt
  • 14 small zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds), thinly sliced lengthwise on a mandoline
  • 18-10 zucchini blossoms, torn into large pieces (optional)
  • 11/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
  • 11/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 11/3 cup olive oil
  • 11/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 11/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1Freshly ground black pepper
  • 14 ounces feta
  • 1crumbled (about 1 cup)

Instructions

  1. Cook corn in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright yellow and tender, about 3 minutes; transfer to a plate and let cool.

  2. Cut kernels from cobs and place in a large bowl. Add zucchini, zucchini blossoms (if using), basil, parsley, oil, vinegar, and red pepper flakes and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with feta.

  3. Do ahead: Corn can be cooked 1 day ahead. Cut kernels from cobs; cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.